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  • articleHow to Conduct a Louisiana Business Search

    …similar to existing names in state records. The Louisiana Secretary of State conducts a thorough review of names when you file your business, so it’s best to make sure…

  • articleHow to Conduct a Michigan Business Search

    …LegalZoom’s business search service is a simple way to confirm your name is available. Plus, we can help you file your paperwork, create an operating agreement form , and more…

  • articleHow to Register a Business Name

    …ensure you meet the complex registration requirements. Federal trademarks typically require more time and effort to file than local business registrations and DBA applications. Our  federal trademark registration service can…

  • articleHow to Trademark a Band Name

    … forms.  Every 10 years after: Continue to file Section 8 and 9 forms with the applicable fees to maintain your protection for as long as you use the trademark.  After…

  • articleHow Long Will It Take to Create an LLC?

    …up an LLC and processing the paperwork, they all allow you to file the documents either online in mere minutes or by regular mail, over a period of days or…

  • articleWrongful Death Lawsuits: Everything You Should Know

    …after the death is discovered to be negligent, to file a claim for financial compensation. The statute of limitations for bringing a wrongful death claim varies by state but is…

  • articleWorkplace Injury: What to Do if You Are Injured on the Job

    …state to state. Failure to report a workplace injury or illness within the state-mandated time frame may result in forfeiture of your right to file a workers’ compensation claim. …

  • articleBrand Infringement: What It Is and How to Protect Against It

    …music industry. Perhaps the most well-known case was against Napster, the pioneering file-sharing program that let anyone download music for free. It quickly faced lawsuits from Metallica, A…

  • articleWhen You Need an Aviation Accident Attorney

    …Plus, they’ll monitor and advise on the  statute of limitations , which is the amount of time you have to file your case. Negotiation skills After a plane crash, the…

  • articleCan I Name My Wife or Husband as LLC Registered Agent?

    …agent, also called a statutory agent. Every state requires companies to provide the registered agent's name and address in the formation documents they file with the state. In some states…